Wirral Council

⏰ Last chance to share your views on the proposed ANPR cameras for part of Bebington Road, New Ferry.

The proposal looks at using ANPR technology to better enforce long‑standing vehicle restrictions, helping to reduce unnecessary traffic and improve safety for people using the area.

With the consultation period coming to an end on 7 June, this is the final opportunity to share your views. Details of the proposal, including a set of FAQs, are available on the council’s Have Your Say website, details below. 💬

❗️ Dates revealed! Weekly food waste collections are starting in Wirral from 6 July, in three phases:

🍏 The week beginning Monday 6 July
🧀 The week beginning Monday 27 July
🍞 The week beginning Monday 17 August

From June, you'll start receiving:

🗑️ An outdoor food waste caddy with a secure lid
🗑️ A smaller kitchen caddy for everyday use
🗑️ A roll of liners and information about how to use the service

A sticker on your outdoor caddy will tell you whether your food waste collections start on the week beginning 6 July, 27 July or 17 August. Your collections will be on the same day as your grey and green bin collection.

The new service is part of the Government’s ‘Simpler Recycling’ programme which has already seen a significant change this year in Wirral, with foil, aerosol sprays, plastic tubs and trays and drinks cartons now able to be recycled in your grey bins.

Look out for more updates soon.

Are you a private landlord in Wirral? Make sure you’ve shared the official Renters’ Rights Act Information Sheet with all named tenants before 31 May 2026.

Since 1 May 2026, new rules have been introduced under the Renters’ Rights Act. As part of these changes, landlords must now provide tenants with key information about their rights.

⏰ By 31 May 2026, you must give all existing tenants the official Renters’ Rights Act Information Sheet (or written tenancy terms where the tenancy was previously verbal). This is a legal requirement. The council is now required to enforce these rules, and failure to comply may result in financial penalties – so don’t leave it to chance, make sure you’re up to date on your new responsibilities now.

Find out what you need to do and get the link to the Information Sheet in the comments 👉

☀️ While many of us might be looking forward to hotter weather starting this weekend, there's a risk of heat exhaustion, dehydration and sun exposure for people who are having to sleep rough without shade or enough water.

If you’re worried about someone, please report it (see first comment) so that support teams can check on them.

Reporting is quick and easy and it makes a difference.

There’s so much happening at half term to keep the kids busy, active and smiling.

Whether your family loves live shows like Justin Fletcher at the Floral Pavilion, exciting dinosaur adventures, or the thrill of live wrestling, there are plenty of big days out to look forward to.

If you’re after something a bit more relaxed, you can enjoy puppet shows at the library, a cosy Teddy Bear’s Picnic, or get creative with arts and crafts. And for those with lots of energy to burn, there’s everything from family swims and sports sessions to fun activities at local leisure centres. ⚽🏊

Whatever your plans, there’s something for every age and interest right here in Wirral.

👉 Take a look at what’s on and start planning your week, link in the comments below ⬇️

Everyone deserves a safe place to call home. 🔑☕

We’ve secured a range of specialist accommodation and support services delivered by trusted local partners – helping people at some of the most challenging points in their lives to stay safe, rebuild their lives and move towards independence.

This includes safe, confidential support for those fleeing harm, help for people with complex needs, and dedicated accommodation for young people, alongside preventative services designed to stop homelessness before it starts.

Our focus remains on early intervention, stability and long-term housing solutions for Wirral residents.

You can read more about the support services we’ve commissioned over on Wirral View.

🏊 Big news for swimming in Wirral – more people than ever are learning to swim

In the past year alone, 430 children and adults have started swimming lessons at our local leisure centres. That means more confidence in the water, more people staying safe, more chances to have fun and get active, and learning a skill that can save lives 💙

So what’s changed?
Active Wirral has teamed up with Swim England to create a Swimming Teacher Recruitment Academy. This helps local people train as swim teachers without the usual high cost, building new skills and careers while tackling the national shortage of swimming teachers.

⭐ Training reduced from around £1,000 to just £85, helping remove financial barriers
⭐ 11 new swim teachers have now qualified
⭐ More lessons are now running across Wirral

This means:
✅ More spaces in lessons
✅ Shorter waiting times
✅ More people of all ages able to learn close to home

Find out more or book lessons in the comments below ⬇️